Case Study: Maximizing Long-term Profits with Smart Storage in Agriculture

• Background :

A family farm in Belgium produces 31,000 meat pigs annually and manufactures 10,000 tons of animal feed for its own use. Committed to long-term success, the farm has consistently invested in energy efficiency. At first, they installed a solar PV system to reduce reliance on the grid and cut operational costs. Over time, as electricity markets became more volatile and price fluctuations intensified, the farm took the next step in its energy transition—adding battery storage and smart energy management to optimize energy use further.

• Challenge :

For farms with large-scale solar installations, like this Belgian farm, maximizing the use of self-generated solar energy is key to reducing energy costs and improving sustainability. However, in reality, solar production often doesn’t align with actual energy demand. Peak generation typically occurs during midday, while farm operations and equipment may require more power in the early morning or evening.

Without a storage solution, much of the excess solar energy is fed back into the grid at low compensation rates, resulting in lost value.

• Solution :

To fully unlock the value of its solar installation and cut down energy costs, the farm adopted an intelligent energy storage solution. POWEROAD provided FLEX 233 All-in-one liquid cooling outdoor cabinet energy storage systems, a total capacity of 400 kW / 932 kWh, which was combined with the farm’s existing solar PV setup. This solution enables the farm to:

🔎Charge the battery when electricity prices are low and discharge during peak periods to reduce grid dependence.

🔎Maximize self-consumption of solar energy.

🔎Participate in flexibility markets, contributing to grid stability while generating additional income.

The system also uses advanced software and algorithms to respond in real time to market signals and grid conditions, allowing the farm to capitalize on price volatility and maximize returns.

• Project Value :

With the integration of POWEROAD’s FLEX 233 AIO liquid cooling ESS, the farm has significantly reduced electricity costs and increased energy independence. This project is a strong example of how agricultural businesses can turn solar and storage investments into a resilient, cost-effective, and sustainable energy strategy.

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